Thanks to something called “assortative mating,” we tend to choose mates that have behaviors similar to our own. Too often, however, that means our bad habits are their bad habits, too. Smoking? Couch potato? A sweet tooth? Birds of a feather, goes the old saying. Thankfully, when we finally wise up and decide… Continue Reading
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To Lose Weight, Replace Unhealthy Foods with Fruits & Veggies
So you want to lose weight? It’s not rocket science. Just add more fruits and vegetables to your diet, right? It’s not so simple, according to researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). They say simply increasing consumption of fruits and vegetables does not aid in weight loss if other eating habits… Continue Reading
Weight Loss Depends on Weekday Meals
It’s easy to find yourself cheating on the weekend – cheating on your diet, that is. Between special occasions, social gatherings, and all the fun we reserve for the end of the week, it’s not uncommon to splurge on rich foods and desserts. But how far do these treats set us back? Is it… Continue Reading